What is the mind? How is it related to the body? Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind investigates intriguing ideas about the mind and associated concepts such as memory, free will, artistic creativity, and religion. You are invited to explore these ideas throughout time--from the beliefs of the ancient Greeks to the fields of modern cognitive science and artificial intelligence.

Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind

Politics & Social Sciences

Thompson, Mel

Philosophy

McGraw=Hill

People are faced with ethical choices every day, and even a series of ordinary decisions, made over time, can have tremendous impact. In this book, readers will explore ethical issues in a systematic way, by examining leading thinkers and placing their work in the context of contemporary society.

Teach Yourself Ethics

Mel Thompson is a freelance writer and editor, specializing in philosophy, religion and ethics.

Teach Yourself Philosophy

From the exotic images of sexual Tantra to the simple precision of Zen, from the moral precepts of Confucianism to the rich array of Hindu ideas and lifestyles, Eastern philosophy provides a feast of ideas of universal relevance. Teach Yourself Eastern Philosophy examines those ideas as they developed within the ancient civilizations of Asia. It examines the ethical and social implications of each and points to parallels with Western thought, where appropriate.

Teach Yourself Eastern Philosophy

From Plato's cave to Dennett's emergent systems, Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind explores more than two millennia of thought on the knottiest of all philosophical questions. What is the mind? Is it a function of language, a neuropsychological artifact, or a metaphysical essence? Will machines ever be conscious? Is free will just an illusion? Beginning with the pre-Socratics and moving up through the latest in cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, this book explores major thinking on consciousness, memory, creativity, and other major concepts in the philosophy of mind.

Moral relativism, terrorism, fundamentalism-it seems the ethical divide in civilization is getting deeper and deeper. If you are concerned but often skittish when it comes to the jargon used in typical ethics books, this book will help. Teach Yourself Ethics explores key ethical theories and thinkers using accessible language and an easy-to-grasp format. <ul>
<li>Explains complex concepts in jargon-free language </li>
<li>Covers such major thinkers as Marx, Freud, and Machiavelli </li>
<li>Revised to cover today's most pressing ethical issues </li>
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Teach Yourself Ethics (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Do-It-Yourself Descartes . . . and more Teach Yourself Philosophy explores the key philosophical thinkers, arguments, and works that have shaped our society. It also includes discussions of contemporary issues and arguments.

Teach Yourself Philosophy (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Understand political philosophy without help from a pundit Teach Yourself Political Philosophy is a fascinating guide to the principles upon which our legal and political systems are founded. It explores the key political concepts that underpin our society and unravels fundamental political and economic theories such as capitalism, Marxism, conservatism and anarchism. Each of these concepts and theories are put into context by looking at the key figures in political thought from Aristotle and Hobbes to Rawls and Wollstonecraft. Political philosophy need not be confined to the past or the realms of academia--this book brings the issues to life and discusses the questions raised daily by our politicians, their critics, and the media.

Teach Yourself Political Philosphy (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Find out the thinking behind modern thinking Understand Philosophy is the essential introduction to the history of Western thought. Covering all the key thinkers, both ancient and modern, and all the major branches of philosophy, it will give you new insights about the world we live in. Packed full of examples and clear explanations and with key terms defined and explained, it is ideal whether you are student looking for a quick refresher or just want to explore this fascinating topic out of personal interest. Also included:
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<li>Up-to-date examples and practical applications so you can better understand difficult concepts, works, characters and theories </li>
<li> Context and significance of all major philosophical texts </li>
<li> Discussion of contemporary issues and arguments </li>
<li>One and five-minute introductions to key principles to get you started </li>
<li>Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author’s many years of experience </li>
<li>Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress </li>
<li>Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of the basics of philosophy</li>
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Topics include: The theory of knowledge, The philosophy of science, Language and Logic, The philosophy of mind, The philosophy of religion, Ethics, Political philosophy, Continental philosophy, Some other branches of philosophy, The scope of philosophy today

Understand Philosophy: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)

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Whether you're a student studying philosophy at any level, or simply want to gain a deeper understanding of this fascinating subject, 'Understand Ethics' provides an accessible introduction to all the key theories and thinkers.

Understand Ethics: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)

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Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind

Teach Yourself Ethics

Teach Yourself Philosophy

Teach Yourself Eastern Philosophy

Teach Yourself Philosophy of Mind

Teach Yourself Ethics (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Teach Yourself Philosophy (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Teach Yourself Political Philosphy (Teach Yourself: Philosophy & Religion)

Understand Philosophy: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)

Understand Ethics: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: Reference)